GRE Word List
POTENTIAL
existing in possibility : capable of development into actuality
The meaning of the word potential is existing in possibility : capable of development into actuality.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| placid | serenely free of interruption or disturbance |
| autocratic | of, relating to, or being an autocracy : absolute |
| laggard | lagging or tending to lag : slow especially compared to others of the same kind |
| vindicate | to free from allegation or blame |
| avantgarde | group of artists whose work is based on the newest ideas and methods; CF. vanguard |
| reimburse | to pay back to someone : repay |
| untoward | difficult to guide, manage, or work with : unruly |
| rout | a state of wild confusion or disorderly retreat |
| acetic | vinegary |
| solace | to give comfort to in grief or misfortune : console |